Automation & Controls Technician II/III

Greenheck Group•Schofield, WI

1d•$37 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

The Automation & Controls Technician II/III provides advanced technical expertise for production equipment, electrical controls, and laser systems. The role also coordinates preventative maintenance and manages and executes complex projects. It requires strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, customer service, and planning and organizational ability. The Automation and Controls Team provides round-the-clock operational support, occasionally works overtime, and adjusts schedules in response to unforeseen situations. This position is based on-site at the Schofield, Wisconsin location. Off-shift work receives shift-premium pay; second- and third-shift rotations are four 10-hour days. The team participates in a weekend on-call rotation, with the ability to respond quickly to calls and provide on-site support within two hours. Occasional planned and unplanned travel may be needed for training, support, preventative maintenance, and downtime assistance. The work environment is described as clean and safe. The role is offered at Technician II or Technician III level. The starting base pay range is $37.13 to $50.91 per hour, varying based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance. Greenheck Group describes its benefits as comprehensive and directs applicants to its Perks & Benefits page for details.

Requirements

For Technician II: 2–4 years of relevant experience in industrial equipment, power distribution, and automation in a manufacturing environment.
For Technician III: 4–6 years of relevant experience in industrial equipment, power distribution, and automation in a manufacturing environment.
A two-year/associate degree in electromechanical, electronics, automation, or a related field, or equivalent years of job experience.
Full awareness and understanding of electrical hazards and mitigation techniques; the job may involve exposure to up to 600V nominal, CAT 4, and 15,000V resonator hazards.
Excellent troubleshooting skills are specified for Technician III.
Ability to manage projects from start to finish is specified for Technician III.
Ability to support round-the-clock operations, participate in weekend on-call rotation, and occasionally work overtime or adjust schedules in response to unforeseen situations.
Ability to respond quickly to phone calls and provide on-site support within two hours.
Ability to travel occasionally for training, support, preventative maintenance, and downtime support.
Ability to perform the stated physical requirements, including repetitive wrist, hand, and finger motions; close visual work; occasional mobility; and occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force.

Nice To Haves

Allen Bradley 500 and 5000 platform programming training (Technician II) or training (Technician III).
AutoCAD Electrical experience or training.
Project management skills (Technician II).
Troubleshooting skills (Technician II).
OEM equipment training (Technician II); OEM equipment training is listed for Technician III.
GE Proficy training (Technician III).
Trumpf LM1 training (Technician III).
Trumpf LM2 training (Technician III).

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot electrical circuits and electromechanical systems, advanced hydraulic issues and their electrical controls, automated CNC and motion-control systems, and laser systems.
Work independently at times to resolve chronic equipment issues.
Stay current on manufacturing safety practices and compliance requirements.
Respond promptly to production and maintenance requests and follow up to verify that work and repairs function properly.
Ensure requested parts and services are delivered and documentation is completed.
Provide professional, customer-focused service and participate in 5S activities.
Complete assigned preventative maintenance tasks, coordinate maintenance with production and mechanics, and suggest improvements to preventative maintenance where appropriate.
Participate in the weekend on-call rotation, respond promptly to calls, and provide on-site support within two hours.
Travel occasionally for training, support, preventative maintenance, and downtime support.
Participate occasionally in GPS events and other continuous-improvement activities.
Communicate professionally with stakeholders and team members, participate in shift hand-offs, and communicate significant changes and completed work.
Document work in the CMMS and critical work in shift reports; document asset changes and procedural changes; and update schematics in AutoCAD or in hard copy.
Report complications and issues to the Automation & Controls technical lead or immediate supervisor.
Independently manage and execute complex projects while following safety and electrical codes; order parts, create documentation, and verify proper operation.
Specify, quote, order, receive, return, and send parts for repair; schedule and coordinate OEM service; and act as liaison between manufacturing and OEM support.
Record work and time, charge parts to work orders, and use the CMMS to research machine history.